Associate Pastor of Youth and Family

Cross Timbers Church of Edmond, Oklahoma, is seeking a full-time Associate Pastor whose primary responsibility will be providing leadership to the Youth Ministries of the church. The successful candidate will be a committed follower of Jesus with a depth of Biblical knowledge and a life that exemplifies a pursuit of Spiritual growth and maturity. They must be a gifted communicator, especially with Students, with a heart for discipling the next generation to become mature followers of Jesus. The Associate Pastor will be directly supervised by the Lead Pastor.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: YOUTH MINISTRY

- Provide leadership and oversight for Middle School and High School ministries.

- Lead and be the primary teacher for our Midweek Youth Program and Youth Sunday School.

- Build relationship with students and parents, encouraging a culture of discipleship

- Plan and lead youth events and participate in District camps and conferences

- Equip and empower volunteer leaders to serve in youth ministry

- Connect with other youth leaders to continue to grow in ministry effectiveness

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: FAMILY MINISTRY

- Oversee the strong team of kids’ ministry volunteers and oversee curriculum choices

- Provide continuity between kids’ ministry, youth ministry and the church as a whole

- Coordinate with the Lead Pastor in youth and kids’ ministry goals and vision

- Collaborate with other church leaders to integrate Youth and Kids into the larger church

- Provide resources and direction to Parents and Families as they disciple their kids

QUALIFICATIONS

- A life that demonstrates a growing relationship with Jesus and a calling to pastoral ministry

- Experience with leading youth ministries

- Strong communication and relational skills, particularly with students and volunteers

- Ability to collaborate with church staff and volunteers to give input toward the church vision

- Bachelor’s degree in ministry or a related field preferred

ABOUT CROSS TIMBERS CHURCH

Cross Timbers Church is an Evangelical church with Biblical beliefs. It is a member of the U.S. Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches (which differs from traditional Mennonite communities). It is also Anabaptist, in that it places a high priority on discipleship and a life that models what Scripture teaches. To learn more about our Mennonite Brethren affiliation, please check out: www.USMB.org.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• To the extent not already covered by your resume, describe why you are interested in this position and why you believe it may be fruitful long-term opportunity for both you and the Church.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• ministry, teaching, or student: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $60,000